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Job Interview Success for Introverts
Job Interview Success for Introverts

Job Interview Success for Introverts: Secure the job you want and deserve

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Job Interview Success for Introverts

Chapter 2. You've Landed the Interview, Now What?

The excitement is so great you can hardly contain yourself. You've landed an interview at a company for which you want to work and, most importantly, a position that's perfect for you. On the other hand, you might dread the interview, where you'll have to think quickly on your feet and engage in small talk, which is sometimes a challenge for introverts.

In the previous chapter, we looked at the importance of conducting an effective job search in order to get to the ultimate prize, the interview. It is the interview that wins you the job. It is the interview where you must be at your best, where your first impressions must endear you to the employer, where you must answer the difficult questions. What you did before the interview—conducting the research, submitting a powerful CV and cover letter, utilizing LinkedIn, and networking face-to-face—has paid off. There are a few more details you have to take care of before you're ready to take the...

Research


Research is familiar territory for introverts, as I've mentioned before. Introverts are very strong at research because of their ability to focus and use their alone time effectively. If you've noticed introverts at work, you will recall how they sit quietly at their desk, reading the text on the screen, and typing away. What you see is their ability to concentrate with the work at hand. This is how they learn best. The extroverts, on the other hand, are usually conversing with colleagues and exchanging information because this is how they learn best. Take advantage of the time you have to conduct the research you need to be prepared for the interview. You may require space at home, such as an office, where you can concentrate without disruptions; or you may conduct your research at a slightly noisy, yet comfortable, coffee shop. How your research is done is up to you; just make it a priority in preparing for the interview.

Before we go any further, I want to talk about being selfish...

Preparation – approaching the interview


If you are called for an interview for the following day, do you have your interview outfit ready to go? Well, do you? Is your suit dry-cleaned; do you have a nicely pressed shirt or blouse; do you know where your shoes are, and are they polished; what will you wear for jewelry? You get the idea, right? You'll be surprised by how many people are caught off guard because they don't have their interview outfit prepared on a moment's notice. I think we've all had to run to the store to get a fresh shirt or blouse the night before an interview. This is enough to throw anyone off their game. When one of my friends passed away young, I searched in vain for my best suit to wear to his funeral, only to find it hanging in the back of another closet, rumpled and with a spot on it. Although it wasn't for an interview that I needed a freshly pressed suit, it was an important moment, nonetheless. Now I make sure that my suit is ready to go.

Clothes aside, there...

First impressions


The old saying, "First impressions are everything" rings true in many cases. Sadly, many interviewers will decide to not hire a candidate within the first 30 seconds to 3 minutes, based on a poor first impression; so don't hurt your chances by arriving at an interview and making a poor first impression. In my mind, these interviewers who focus too much on first impressions are terrible at their job, but this is the reality of the hiring process.

Eye contact

Making steady eye contact is essential at interviews, as it tells the interviewer(s) that you are trustworthy, engaged, interested, enthusiastic, and aren't hiding something (to this last point, I think about when young children are hiding the fact that they broke a window with their football). Your eye contact is part of your communications; in other words, you can speak with your eyes. Eyes wide open can indicate excitement and happiness, while slightly closed eyes can indicate disapproval and even anger. Do you see...

Types of interviews


Let's talk about various types of interviews before getting into the categories of tough questions. Today's interviewers use a variety of interview styles to hire the most qualified candidates. We'll look at four of the most common types of interviews:

  • One-on-one

  • Group

  • Situational

  • Telephone

One-on-one

These are interviews where you meet with one person. You will most likely sit across from this person, but don't be surprised if the interviewer would like you to sit side-by-side with them. I recall being interviewed in this manner and feeling uncomfortable as the interviewer, my future boss, sat closer than most interviewers would. Nonetheless, these types of interviews give you the opportunity to size up the interviewer, determining whether they are open and friendly, most likely an extrovert, or serious and to-the-point, most likely an introvert. Knowing whether the interviewer is an introvert or extrovert may help you determine how long or short your answers should be. Most...

The tough interview questions


Now that we've looked at the different types of interviews you'll face it's time to examine what makes or breaks your chances of getting the job. These, of course, are the questions you'll face.

The toughest questions you'll come across are the ones for which you're not prepared. Having done your research on the position, company, and competition, you should be well prepared to answer most, if not all, questions thrown your way. It's when introverts haven't done their research that they fail to answer the questions thrown at them. More than extroverts, introverts must do their research to be prepared and feel confident. Extroverts naturally feel confident and may forgo researching the position and company as thoroughly; but with their air of confidence, they might be able to pull off a fairly decent performance. The bottom line is that being prepared will give you the confidence you'll need to do well at the interview. Will you be nervous? Perhaps yes, perhaps...

Concluding the interview


Do you have any questions for us?

It's funny how some people react to this question when I've asked them. Some looked at me with surprise, while others have asked me if they should have questions. My answer to the second question is, definitely. You must have questions to ask the interviewer(s) when they're done asking you questions. Why? In part because they want you to leave the interview with a better sense of what the job and company are about; but mostly because they want to see if you're serious about the position through the intelligent questions you ask them. Some agree that the questions you ask are nearly as important as the answers you provide to their questions.

This means that your questions have to be intelligent and not a waste of the interviewer(s) time. A question like, "What are the working hours?" shows no effort and, quite honestly, is irrelevant. Any questions related to salary and benefits are off limits until the company is willing to offer you...

The thank you note


The interview is not over until you send a unique thank you note to each person with whom you've interviewed. A lot of work? Definitely, but it's worth the effort if you want the position. Some rules about the thank you note:

  • It must arrive with in 24 to 48 hours after the interview

  • It can be written via e-mail, note card, or both

  • It cannot be a form letter, a copy sent to each person who interviewed you

  • It should not exceed one page

These are the basic rules. Why do you send a thank you note? You send a thank you note after an interview to show your gratitude to the people who took valuable time out of their schedule. Most likely they didn't enjoy the experience—no offense intended—but had to ask you tough questions to determine if you are the right person for the job.

You finished the most difficult part of the job search process; you made it through the verbal part of the process. Now, as an introvert, the thank you note is going to be easy. In the thank you note, you'll...

Summary


This chapter discussed many aspects of the interview, including how to act at an interview, the types of interviews you may face, the different types of questions, the importance of asking the interviewers questions, and the thank you note. But to be successful, you must first conduct research on the position and the company. This will better prepare you for the interview. Preparation for the interview entails more than doing your research; it means that everything is in order—your wardrobe, practicing answering questions you've written down, and participating in mock interviews. Preparation has been an important theme in this book so far, and will continue to play a major role in your success.

So what's next? In the next chapter, we'll look at some difficult questions you may face from the three types I discussed in this chapter: traditional, situational, and behavioral-based. I'll also tell you what the experts say about the challenges introverts may face answering these types of...

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As an introvert, you may feel that extraverts have it easy when searching for their dream job. Introversion is something to be overcome if you want that role, right? Wrong – the way introverts work and behave, far from being an obstacle, can actually be immensely effective in the interview process. This is precisely what this quick guide from Bob McIntosh demonstrates. Taking you through the entire interview process, from your initial job searching and networking to the interview itself, you will see how your working style preferences can be utilized – and indeed, optimized - to prepare you for success.

What you will learn

  • Develop a strategy for researching roles effectively and efficiently Confidently prepare yourself for interview Engage and build a strong rapport with interviewers Impress with strong answers and navigate difficult questions
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I found this book very helpful. Wish I had read it before I went out to interview for a job. It made me appreciate the many advantages of being an introvert. Of course, I always thought introverts were special, but I believed they were at a disadvantage when it came to job interviews. Not so...I believe what the author so artfully explains in this book. A must for anyone who is preparing to interview. Great tips that will serve you well.
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I gained a lot from this short text as I prepared for an interview. The author provided clear and concise advice to avoid pitfalls and to present oneself in a positive manner. Sample questions and discussions of possible answers were especially helpful. This is particularly informative for those people who consider themselves to be introverts
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Bob is a trusted expert in the topic and shares some insider secrets that absolutely work! Well written with an emphasis on the practical.
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